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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Automation Engineer (Java) - **Company:** Persistent Systems - **Location:** Glasgow, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), JSON, Microsoft UI Automation, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Selenium, Web Services, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Cypress (Programming Language), Playwright, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Api Management - **Published:** May 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/test-automation-engineer-java-glasgow/2774461270-2/ ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience in software testing and test automation * Extensive experience in banking or regulated enterprise environments * Strong understanding of automation frameworks and test design patterns * Experience working with cross functional teams and distributed delivery models, Technical Skills * Strong expertise in API & UI test automation * Hands on experience with: Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Cucumber (BDD) * Strong understanding of TDD principles and automation-first mindset * Experience validating REST APIs, JSON payloads, and HTTP protocols. * Knowledge of CI/CD tools and automated test execution pipelines Agile & Process Skills * Proven experience working in Scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe / enterprise agile) * Proficient in JIRA and end to end defect lifecycle management * Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and quality gates Experience Required * 10+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on automation * Minimum 5+ years hands on experience with API & UI automation * Proven experience using Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, and Cucumber * Strong exposure to TDD and BDD driven delivery * Solid experience working in scaled agile environments * Enterprise level experience with JIRA defect tracking and reporting. ## Description The Test Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust automated test solutions to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of complex banking applications. The role supports digital transformation by embedding quality early in the SDLC through test automation, API & UI validation, TDD practices, and scaled agile delivery models. The position plays a critical role in reducing risk, improving release confidence, and enabling continuous delivery across enterprise platforms., * Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for UI and API services * Develop and execute automated test scripts using Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, and Cucumber * Perform comprehensive API testing (REST services) including functional, contract, and regression testing * Embed Test Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) practices within teams * Collaborate with developers, product owners, and architects to validate requirements and acceptance criteria * Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing * Identify, log, track, and manage defects using JIRA, ensuring adherence to defect management processes * Participate actively in scaled agile ceremonies (PI planning, sprint planning, retrospectives) * Ensure compliance with quality, security, and regulatory standards * Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to automation best practices * Drive test strategy, test coverage improvement, and quality metrics reporting ## Related Videos - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [How not to test ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/175-how-not-to-test) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)